Charleston, West Virginia is the capitol of a state rich innatural beauty. Located in Kanawha County, a region originallyinhabited by Iroquois Native Americans, Charleston is the site ofthe state’s second largest indian burial mound. Although inhabitedduring the American Revolution, it came into its own when WestVirginia, for economic and philosophical reasons, broke away fromVirginia during the American Civil War, becoming the 35thState.Surrounded by beautiful mountains and the Elk and KanawhaRivers, Charleston offers a wide range of exciting activities.Water sports, hiking, fishing, camping, equestrian activities, andmany types of biking are only some of the outdoor offerings, whilecultural and historic sites and productions round out the scenicarea. With a neighborhood and some fifty bu